Ukraine has stepped up strikes on Russian ships and tankers near occupied Crimea, in what the BBC and CNBC describe as the latest phase of a campaign to choke off fuel supplies and transport routes to the peninsula.
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Key facts
- Ukraine has struck Russian ships near Crimea, according to the BBC.
- The BBC describes the strikes as the latest phase of Ukraine's bid to cut supplies and routes into and out of occupied Crimea.
- CNBC reports Ukraine has escalated drone attacks on tankers near Crimea.
- CNBC reports the escalation coincides with Russian fuel shortages.
Ukraine has intensified its attacks on Russian ships and tankers near occupied Crimea, according to reporting from the BBC and CNBC.
The BBC reported that the strikes appear to be the latest phase of Ukraine’s bid to choke off supplies and routes into and out of occupied Crimea.
CNBC reported that Ukraine has escalated attacks on tankers near Crimea, describing the drone strikes as part of a campaign designed to choke off supplies and transportation routes in and out of the region.
According to CNBC, the escalation comes as Russian fuel shortages bite.
The reports do not specify the number of ships struck, the exact locations, or casualties, and further details on the scope of the strikes were not provided in the available sources.
Why it matters
The reported strikes point to a continuing effort by Ukraine to disrupt supply routes to occupied Crimea. CNBC's reporting links the escalation to Russian fuel shortages, though the full impact on Russian supply networks is not detailed in the available sources.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ukraine targeting near Crimea?
According to the BBC and CNBC, Ukraine has been striking Russian ships and tankers near occupied Crimea, including through drone strikes.
Why is Ukraine attacking these ships?
Both outlets report the strikes are part of a campaign to choke off supplies and transportation routes into and out of occupied Crimea.
Are the strikes having an effect?
CNBC reports the escalation coincides with Russian fuel shortages, suggesting the campaign is affecting fuel availability, though the sources do not provide detailed figures.
Timeline
- Ukraine escalates attacks on tankers near Crimea as Russian fuel shortages bite
CNBC Top News: The drone strikes form part of Ukraine's campaign designed to choke off supplies and transportation routes in and out of Crimea.
- Ukraine strikes Russian ships near Crimea, escalating attacks on fuel supplies
BBC World: The attacks appear to be the latest phase of Ukraine's bid to choke off supplies and routes into and out of occupied Crimea.